Chawaytiri

Also known as: Chahuaytire

Chawaytiri is an archaeological site with rock paintings in Peru [1]. It is situated in the Cusco Region, Calca Province, Pisac District, near the village Chawaytiri [1]. The principal section with paintings predominantly showing llamas is named Llamachayuq Qaqa or Chawaytiri [1]. It lies on the slope of the mountain Muruwiksa [1]. The other sections are named Wamanwachana, Kawituyuq, P'allqapata, Musuqllaqta, Misaqaqa and Qaqa [1].

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TypeRock art
Period< 4500 BC
CountryPeru
Coordinates13.3914° S, 71.7542° W

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